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Most places near the equator have warm tropical climates. Some places near the equator are much cooler and even have snow. Where in a tropical climate are you most likely to find cooler weather and snow? A at the top of a tall mountain B at sea level near a cold ocean current C in cloudy places near the center of a continent D at the base of a mountain range that blocks air flow

Most places near the equator have warm tropical climates. Some places near the equator are much cooler and even have snow. Where in a tropical climate are you most likely to find cooler weather and snow? A at the top of a tall mountain B at sea level near a cold ocean current C in cloudy places near the center of a continent D at the base of a mountain range that blocks air flow

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**Understanding Climate Variations Near the Equator** Most regions near the equator are characterized by warm tropical climates. However, there are some exceptions where these areas experience cooler temperatures and even snowfall. So, where in a tropical climate are you most likely to encounter cooler weather and snow? **Options:** - **A**: At the top of a tall mountain - **B**: At sea level near a cold ocean current - **C**: In cloudy places near the center of a continent - **D**: At the base of a mountain range that blocks airflow **Analysis:** - Mountains at tropical latitudes often have snow at their summits because the temperature decreases with altitude. - Areas near cold ocean currents at sea level can have cooler climates due to the influence of cold water. - Cloud cover can moderate temperatures, but it doesn't typically lead to significantly cooler weather and snow. - Mountain ranges that block airflow may contribute to specific climate conditions, but they aren't as directly linked to cooler temperatures as altitude.
Transcribed Image Text:**Understanding Climate Variations Near the Equator** Most regions near the equator are characterized by warm tropical climates. However, there are some exceptions where these areas experience cooler temperatures and even snowfall. So, where in a tropical climate are you most likely to encounter cooler weather and snow? **Options:** - **A**: At the top of a tall mountain - **B**: At sea level near a cold ocean current - **C**: In cloudy places near the center of a continent - **D**: At the base of a mountain range that blocks airflow **Analysis:** - Mountains at tropical latitudes often have snow at their summits because the temperature decreases with altitude. - Areas near cold ocean currents at sea level can have cooler climates due to the influence of cold water. - Cloud cover can moderate temperatures, but it doesn't typically lead to significantly cooler weather and snow. - Mountain ranges that block airflow may contribute to specific climate conditions, but they aren't as directly linked to cooler temperatures as altitude.
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